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Student Success

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Live one-to-one help with school work is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for K-12 students and adult learners in 40+ subjects. (Closed some holidays.)

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Homework Helpers can assist with school assignments and help navigate the library’s online student resources.

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Databases and encyclopedias on every subject for students in grades K to 5. Learn how.

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Databases and reliable websites to help students in grades 6 to 12 with their school assignments. Learn how.

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Workshops and practice tests to help students prepare for the college applications process.

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Access to digital books, music, movies, magazines, newspapers, courses, and more. Learn how.

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Learn how to access free online tutoring, homework resources, e-books, and more with a library card.

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LAUSD students are automatically assigned a Student Success Card.

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Have a quick question, need reference or e-media guidance? Our librarians are ready to help!

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